CLARION HOTEL ANAHEIM RESORT, Anaheim

The hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Anaheim Convention Center, 3 km from Angel Stadium, and 21 km from John Wayne Airport. The ART shuttle picks up directly in front of the hotel every 20 minutes for a small fee ($6 adult all-day pass; $2.50 children 3-9). The Toy Story parking lot across the street provides free Disneyland shuttles that also bypass main gate security. Multiple restaurants and drugstores (CVS, Walgreens) are within a 5-10 minute walk. The area is well-lit and safe for walking at all hours, making car-free access to the parks and convention centre easy.

Accommodation ranges from standard double-bed rooms to spacious suites and studios. Most rooms feature a seating area, a private bathroom with hairdryer, carpeted floors, and cable TV. Standard rooms have a refrigerator and coffee maker, while suites include a sofa bed and microwave (a communal microwave is in the lobby). The king suites offer ample space, a wet bar, and a convertible couch. Many rooms on higher floors have balconies and mountain views. Standard double beds are full-size - taller or larger guests may want to select a room with a king or request a room with queen beds. Road-facing rooms and those near the pool experience noise, and the bathrooms are compact.

Breakfast is a paid buffet available from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for $17-$20 per person, offering standard American fare. The Cantina Lounge (open Friday-Sunday, 4:00 PM-10:00 PM) provides a kid-friendly menu, craft beer, and a happy hour. A seasonal cabana bar also operates near the pool. The hotel can also arrange grocery deliveries to your room. Many restaurants are within a 5-minute walk, including Ruth's Chris Steak House, MIX Restaurant & Lounge, and several casual dining options.

The large heated outdoor pool is open year-round with sun loungers, beach chairs, and pool/beach towels provided. The fitness centre has a few machines, though some equipment has been noted as broken. There is no spa or hot tub on site. A game room and a gift shop are also available for leisure time.

The 24-hour front desk offers free luggage storage, concierge service, tour desk, and an ATM. A business centre with free fax/photocopying services is available, along with meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge). Guests can receive parcel deliveries via the front desk. The minimarket sells snacks, drinks, and basic travel items. Laundry service (with coin-operated machines on the second floor) is available for an extra charge. Accessible parking, wheelchair-accessible rooms, and visual aids (Braille) are provided. The hotel has key-card access, CCTV, and smoke alarms.